SP7 8HU is a safe, established residential area on Cann Lodge Gardens, 0.4km from Shaftesbury in Shaftesbury. Administratively it sits within Shaftesbury Town ward and the North Dorset constituency.
For families considering a move, SP7 8HU represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £225k.
Census 2021 statistics for SP7 8HU are sourced from Output Area E00103682 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CANN LODGE GARDENS, SP7 8HU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CANN LODGE GARDENS, SP7 8HU.
279
45
£ 43,600 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SP7 8HU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
SP7 8HU is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 45 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SP7 8HU. The average age is 44.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 225,000
2 sales · Mean £ 225,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SP7 8HU has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Shaftesbury School
Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School
The Abbey CofE VA Primary School, Shaftesbury
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Ecco-Gelato0.5 km
- Mustons Cafe Bar and Grill0.5 km
- Aroma Indian Cuisine0.6 km
- Filomena's0.4 km
- KFC0.7 km
- + 14 more
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Edinburgh Woollen Mill Ltd0.5 km
- Reeve The Baker0.5 km
- The Shaftesbury Deli0.4 km
- Bargains0.4 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
- + 14 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Royal Chase Hotel0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Royal British Legion0.2 km
- Shaftesbury Sports Club Ltd.0.3 km
- Shaston Social Club Ltd0.7 km
- Ship Inn0.7 km
- The Half Moon0.8 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Amys Traditional Takeaway0.7 km
- China Cottage0.6 km
- Chutneys0.3 km
- Ivy Cross Greggs0.7 km
- Costa Coffee0.5 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Morrisons Daily0.5 km
- Tesco0.2 km
- The Southern Co-Operative0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gillingham (Dorset)6.7 km
- Tisbury10.0 km
- Templecombe16.0 km
Bus Stops
- Health Centre0.1 km
- Health Centre0.2 km
- Health Centre0.2 km
- Chubbs House0.2 km
- Chubbs House0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SP78HU · Data under Open Government Licence